Roof and attic
Your roof and attic play the most crucial role in your home's energy efficiency system, reducing your energy costs during the winter and summer.
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity is an organization that provides simple, sturdy homes. Learn how energy efficiency is a key factor in building these homes.
In this video: Pete and Megan talk to Habitat for Humanity to learn more about the program and how they help people become homeowners.
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Energy rater and performance consultant
An energy rater can help make your new home more energy-efficient through every stage of the construction process.
Finding an energy-smart builder
An energy-smart builder will help you make the right choices for your family and lifestyle.
Choosing energy-smart products
When building your new home, don't forget about the importance of energy-conserving products like furnaces, air conditioners and appliances.
Building an energy-smart house
Decoding building requirements
Learn about some of the changes for new homes built today. An expert highlights some of the things to consider when building a new home.
Geodesic domes
A geodesic design uses interconnected triangles to create a strong, environmentally friendly structure.
Air quality and ventilation in new homes
New, energy-efficient homes need new solutions to circulate and ventilate the air inside the home.
